About me

My name is Heather Cromartie and I am an artist, photographer and teacher. I grew up in Arlington Virginia just outside of Washington D.C.

I derive much of my inspiration for a life of care-taking from my grandfather who dedicated 37 years of his life to service as surgeon and director of a hospital in South Korea. My mother having been raised abroad offers me a unique perspective on the importance of family and hard work. She has been a teacher for 25+ years and as also acted as an inspirational force in my life. I studied art and photography throughout high school and college. I find that my years as a teacher has given me a fresh perspective on caring for children especially as they navigate the complexities and anxieties of education in the time of COVID. I believe children are incredibly resilient especially when they are given the right tools to process the world in healthy and positive ways. It is one of my greatest joys to witness this growth.

I have experience working as a private tutor, estate manager, elderly caretaker, nanny and part time babysitter. I enjoy reading, learning, hiking, traveling, and spending time with my loved ones. I like to stay active by training for cycling races on my road bike and dedicating at least 30 minutes a day to my yoga practice. I enjoy exploring Chicago via Bicycle or Hobie Catamaran with my boyfriend who is a internal medicine resident at Northwestern University. I am vaccinated and I can provide vaccination documentation upon request.